AltaML

Manager, Software Engineering

AltaML • $110K — $130K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3Hybrid
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience, with 2+ years in a technical lead or management capacity.
  • Hands-on proficiency with AI coding tools like Claude Code.
  • Proven ability to drive architectural decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in managing and mentoring engineers at various levels.
  • Effective in client interactions, simplifying technical details for diverse audiences.
  • Knowledgeable about AI/ML solutions and contemporary software delivery practices.
  • History of promoting responsible AI and inclusive team culture.

Responsibilities

  • Guide architectural decisions and set technical direction for robust, scalable solutions.
  • Champion AI-assisted development to enhance efficiency.
  • Remove engineering blockers and support cross-functional discussions to ensure smooth delivery.
  • Collaborate with the delivery team for timely and scope-compliant project delivery.
  • Engage in cross-pod technical guilds to share knowledge and improve practices.
  • Conduct regular 1:1s focusing on career growth and team member wellbeing.
  • Ensure explainability, fairness, and auditability of models and systems throughout their lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • Emphasis on responsible AI practices and ethical technology.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge AI technologies and solutions.
Full Job Description
About the Role:

AltaML is looking for a Manager, Software Engineering to lead a delivery pod where technical excellence and team health go hand in hand. You'll own the architectural integrity of your pod's solutions, clear the path for your engineers to do their best work, and keep delivery on time and on scope, all while operating at AltaML's AI-first standard for how fast and how well work gets done. This is a role for someone who can set the technical bar, grow a strong team, and keep clients and stakeholders confident in what your pod delivers.

Technical Execution & Oversight

  • Guide your pod on architectural decisions and set technical direction, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with company standards
  • Champion AI-assisted development as the default way of working, holding your pod to a standard where weeks compress to days and days compress to hours
  • Remove engineering blockers and facilitate cross-functional technical discussions to keep delivery on track
  • Partner with the delivery team to ensure on-time, on-scope delivery across all active projects
  • Lead or actively participate in cross-pod technical guilds (e.g., Frontend, AI/ML, DevOps)


People Leadership & Development

  • Run regular 1:1s with direct reports focused on career growth, performance, and wellbeing
  • Provide timely, constructive feedback and support individual development plans
  • Foster an inclusive, psychologically safe environment where engineers can do their best work


Responsible AI & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure models and systems are explainable, fair, and auditable throughout the solution lifecycle
  • Uphold and champion AltaML's Responsible AI guidelines and development best practices across the pod
  • Manage end-to-end solution quality in partnership with the pod lead, from design through deployment


Stakeholder & Client Coordination

  • Communicate pod progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to internal stakeholders and external clients
  • Maintain a strong communication loop with the delivery team to keep project requirements aligned
  • Support pre-sales and business development with solution architecture input, demos, and technical Q&A


Resource Planning & Hiring

  • Conduct hiring interviews and contribute to candidate assessment for engineering roles, evaluating for genuine AI-assisted development fluency
  • Assist with quarterly resource allocation planning across the pod


What You Bring:

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 2 years in a technical lead or management role
  • Fluent, hands-on use of AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code or equivalent), with the ability to set - not just permit - that expectation for your team
  • A demonstrated track record of driving architectural decisions and maintaining engineering quality in a fast-paced delivery environment
  • Experience managing and growing engineers across different levels
  • Comfort engaging directly with clients and stakeholders, translating technical complexity into clear, confident communication
  • Familiarity with AI/ML solutions and modern MLOps or software delivery practices
  • A track record of championing responsible, ethical AI and inclusive team culture

About AltaML

AltaML is a Canadian company that specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. AltaML offers a range of services, including data analysis, predictive modeling, and natural language processing. The company works with clients in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and energy. AltaML is committed to helping its clients leverage the power of AI to improve their operations and achieve their business goals.
Learn more about AltaML
Size
50 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
2018
* Ladders Estimates

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